Boycott: the Strongest Political Act we have Against Israel
On Saturday 5th June, somewhere between 3000 and 5000 people gathered in Edinburgh city centre to protest against the actions of the Israeli State. We were there because we are angry, appalled and disgusted at the way the Israeli State continues to flaunt international law and opinion, not least by boarding the flotilla carrying humanitarian [...]
Demolishing Peace in Palestine…Tent by Tent
This piece is by guest writer Ruth Cape “We refuse to be enemies” is the sentiment upon which the ‘Tent of Nations’ project in Palestine is built. Painted on a stone which greets every visitor to the Nassar family farm, the phrase encaptures the deep sense of humanity and strong will which emanates from the [...]
Caroline Lucas’ Maiden Speech: A new Leader for Progressive Politics
Last week Caroline Lucas made both her maiden speech in the House of Commons and the front page of The Independent newspaper this week. Her speech was a brilliant account of Green politics. Greens have always sought to deal with the cause not the symptom. Greens believe in a politics that stands for people and [...]
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